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Sep
The right dentist is licensed and in good standing with your state dental board, takes your insurance or offers clear cash pricing, explains recommended treatment (and its cost) before doing any work, and makes you comfortable enough to actually show up for regular visits. Beyond...
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Jul
For most parents, taking a child to the dentist for a cavity repair can feel like preparing for battle. The sensory triggers alone—the piercing whine of the high-speed drill, the sight of a terrifying syringe, and the uncomfortable pressure—are enough to send a child's anxiet...
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Jun
If you've heard the term "ozone therapy" and wondered what it means for your dental health, you're not alone. At our practice in Thousand Oaks, we believe that how we treat your teeth, gums and jawbones should support your overall health — not undermine it. Ozone therapy is one o...
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Apr
Two of the most common questions we hear from new patients are: "Is holistic dentistry safe for my kids? " and "Can a holistic dentist really help with my autoimmune condition or chronic illness? " The short answer to both is yes — and in many cases, a whole-body dental appro...
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Feb
When choosing a dentist, you may see terms like 'holistic' or 'integrative' dentistry. While all licensed dentists meet the same educational and state requirements, the key difference between traditional and holistic dentistry lies in philosophy and a...
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Aug
How often should you visit our Thousand Oaks dentist? Your schedule is busy, and a twice a year visit may seem to be excessive. The answer depends on your teeth, gums, and how diligent you are about caring for your teeth and gums between appointments. As for most things in life...
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Aug
Choosing the right dentist is as important as choosing the right physician. Many people put off going to the dentist because of bad past experiences. However, finding the right dentist can alleviate much of your apprehension about returning. Choosing a good dentist is not just ab...
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Aug
Teeth can get damaged in many ways. Decay, trauma, aging process or other bone diseases can result in the damaged tooth or teeth being removed by dentists or they may fall out naturally. More than 69% of adults in the U. S. have a missing tooth and one among four senior adul...
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Aug
Tooth decay and other dental health problems are very common in the U. S. According to a 2015 Center for Disease Control (CDC) report at least 95% of adults in the U. S. develop tooth decay by the time they turn 65. Tooth decay is also one of the major health problems in chil...
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Aug
Crooked or misaligned teeth can make you feel self-conscious and many people consider braces or veneers to improve the look of their teeth. It's not just teenagers who receive braces anymore. In recent years, as many as 1. 5 million adults also receive orthodontic treatment...
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Aug
Holistic Dentistry Your teeth are the first thing that people notice about you. Not only do dental problems have a cosmetic impact, but they are also indicative of your health. Tooth problems seldom have only to do with teeth. In fact, many medical practitioners believe that toot...
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Aug
Dental implants come in various types - but the overall concept is that a missing tooth is replaced by surgically implanting a biocompatible implant into the jawbone, where it becomes fused with the natural bone and provides a sturdy support for a prosthetic tooth. The toot...
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